University of Leeds vs University of Warwick

University of Leeds vs University of Warwick

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University of Leeds rankings have placed it among the top 100 universities in the world since 2020, as per the latest reports by QS. University of Warwick overall ranking by QS is #67 out of 1401 globally, #9 out of 89 in UK for the year 2024.

Overview Comparison
University of LeedsUniversity of Warwick
Collegedunia Score5.9 Out of 106.1 Out of 10
ranking (overall)# 28 The Guardian 2026
# 86 QS World University 2026
# 118 Times Higher Education 2026
# 7 The Guardian 2026
# 74 QS World University 2026
# 122 Times Higher Education 2026
Subject Strength# 92 for Engineering by QS World University 2025
# 96 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
# 34 for Law by The Guardian 2026
# 151 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025
# 51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
# 168 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
ProgramsUG Programs -129
PG Programs -164
UG Programs -123
PG Programs -95
Doctorate Programs -3
Acceptance Rate56.7 %14.0 %
Exam ScoreGMAT-600
GRE-299
IELTS-6
PTE-60
SAT-1200
TOEFL-88
GMAT-620
IELTS-7
PTE-70
SAT-900
TOEFL-92
Cost to StudyAverage Tuition Fees   34592
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  35277
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal - 4236 Per Year
Average Tuition Fees   29830
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  31450
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal - 1260 Per Year
placement (average package)

Graduate Employability Ranking 2023: 52;

University of Leeds is one of the top public universities in Leeds, United Kingdom. It is ranked #86 in QS World University Rankings 2023.

Average Salaries Of :

  • MBA : $91,000 
  • Executive MBA :  $83,000 
  • Masters in Management : $70,000 
  • Doctorate : $64,000 
  • Other Degree  :  $63,000 
  • Bachelor (Other) :  $61,000 

Gradaute Employability rankings: #77.

QS World University ranking: #54

Best Global University in United Kingdom: #21

Warwick University & Business School Graduates & Alumni Salaries - By  Degree:

  • Executive Masters:$107,000
  • MBA:$96,000
  • Master in Finance: $70,000
  • Bachelor Of Science:$66,000
  • Doctrate:$60,000
  • Master in Science:$59,000

application requirements

Minimum 60% in bachelors for admission in PG; Letter of Intent, Statement of Purpose, CV, at least 2 references

Interview may be required, UG applications are accepted through UCAS, personal statement and LORs are required for both UG and PG applications

Campuses and B-SchoolsLeeds University Business School
Warwick Business School
CollegeDunia Reviews7.5/10 Read 56 reviews7.4/10 Read 58 reviews
General Facts Comparison
General FactsUniversity of LeedsUniversity of Warwick
Type of UniversityUniversity
University
Established1904
1965
Student:Faculty Ratio13:1
13:1
Male:Female40% Male, 60% Female50% Male, 50% Female
Location Facts

Campus is 10 minutes away from Leed’s city center; well-connected with regular public transport services; it has Parkinson Building, Maurice Keyworth Building, Great Hall and Post-war buildings


The campus is located in central England lying close to Coventry City center and extending into Warwickshire. It is bordered by countryside view, with Tocil woods, local cycling paths, and nature reserves. Birmingham and Coventry is situated close to the campus. 


Library

5 libraries with 3900 study spaces; Brotherton library: for arts, social sciences, and law; Edward Boyle library: for science and engineering; Health Sciences Library: for medicine and health-related subjects; Laidlaw Library: for group work, bookable space and on-site academic skills support, St James University Hospital Library: supports university’s research & teaching staff, medical & healthcare students and employees of the Hospital trust; 


E-books: 1.1 Million, Ejournals: 67,000;
Full-text articles: 3.7 million;
around 19,000 print books are purchased annually


Campus Life

University’s union has over 300 clubs and societies; Free counseling, mental health support groups, workshops, etc; discounted access to university’s sports center: The Edge; Sports Park Weetwood for outdoor sports; various sports clubs and programs; University has shops, cafes, bars, nightclubs, theatre, spa, hairdressers, bank and a student advice center on-campus


Various bars, cafes, and shops are situated on-campus. It also has new sports and well-being hub, an art center, and private/group learning spaces. There are more than 300 student-run societies and clubs available, alongside two theatres, a studio, and a concert hall. 


Hostel#Self Catered En-Suite Room - $1404
#Catered En-suite Room - $2460
#Residence- Per Month - $460
#Residence- Per Month - $600
Famous Alumni

George Porter (Nobel Prize in Chemistry); Wole Soyinka (Nobel Prize in Literature); Archer John Porter Martin (Nobel Prize in Chemistry); Emma Mackey (actress); Tony Harrison (poet); Alan Yentob (former BBC executive); Piers Sellers (NASA astronaut)


Yakubu Gowon (former Nigerian President), Stephan Merchant (writer), Tundu Lissu (Tanzanian lawyer), Rajiv Bajaj (MD of Bajaj Auto), Luis Arce (Bolivian President), Joseph Ngute (PM of Cameroon), Angus Imrie (Actor), etc


City Life

Leeds is the largest city of West Yorkshire in Northern England; located approximately 170 miles north of Central London; 30 minutes away from Leeds Bradford international airport; 1 hour away from Manchester airport; Unemployment rate in 2019 was 4.1%; it is the 8th largest engineering center and 2nd largest printing manufacturing center in UK


The city offers green spaces, buzzing nightlife, a young student population, and multiculturalism. It is considered one of the top 10 student cities in UK and has some amazing art centers and theatres. It hosts a variety of music festivals. There is an array of businesses in Coventry benefiting from the international student population. The unemployment rate of the city is around 3.7%.


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